This support knocked Jaafar Jackson off his feet.
I was so touched to see the premiere of the new Michael Jackson biopic in Germany! Jermaine Jackson’s son, who plays Michael in the film, had a beautiful family showing of support – his cousins, Prince and Bigi (also known as Blanket) Jackson, were right there with him. It was a really special moment for the whole family.
Honestly, having my cousins and the rest of my family at the premiere meant the world to me. As Will Marfuggi from TopMob News heard me say on April 20th, this film is a family story at its heart, and it all began in my hometown of Gary, Indiana. Their presence just made everything feel complete.
The international launch felt like a family reunion. Prince, 29, and Bigi, 24, were there, along with Jaafar’s father, Jermaine Jackson, and uncles Marlon Jackson and Jackie Jackson. They all gathered for a group photo.
The film’s European premiere was especially meaningful for the 29-year-old.
Jaafar shared that being in Berlin and Europe felt particularly meaningful. He noted that Michael had a deep affection for Europe and Germany, having spent considerable time there.
As Michael prepares for the film’s worldwide release on April 24th, he’s been thinking about how audiences will react to seeing his early career portrayed on screen.
He hopes viewers will gain a comprehensive understanding of Michael’s life, from his childhood through adulthood, and learn about the events that shaped key moments in his life. Ultimately, he wants the documentary to leave people feeling inspired, energized, and eager to learn more.
Jermaine simply stated that Jaafar’s father is “extremely proud” of his son for portraying Michael.
After all, “He’s a hard worker,” he added of his son. “He deserved the part.”
The 71-year-old also recounted the first time he saw Jaafar in costume as the King of Pop.
“I thought I was looking at Michael,” he admitted. “I started crying.”
Marlon, too, can’t wrap his head around how well his nephew embodied his late brother.
I remember telling Jaafar, ‘You’re just incredible!’ It really struck me because he was so concerned with getting everything perfect – he was clearly worried about not meeting our expectations, about letting us down. He just wanted to please everyone, and it was honestly amazing to see.
Which is why Marlon assured him, “‘Man, you’re unbelievable. Trust me.’”
For more on Michael’s family from over the years, read on.
In March 2024, Prince Jackson, Paris Jackson, and Bigi Jackson attended the opening night of the musical MJ.
In February 2024, Bigi, Michael Jackson’s youngest son, attended the Santa Monica Film Festival with his brother Prince and friends. He received the award for Best Drama for his short film, Rochelles, which marked his first time directing and writing a film.
Prince and Bigi appeared at their family’s annual Thriller Night celebration in 2022.
Prince and Paris Jackson were in Las Vegas to celebrate Michael Jackson’s birthday at the Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino.
In August 2022, Prince and Paris Jackson attended the Harold and Carole Pump Foundation Gala at The Beverly Hilton in Beverly Hills, making it a family outing.
Prince and Paris appeared in a YouTube video in 2021.
Prince and Bigi appeared at their family’s annualThriller Night celebration in 2019.
The two posed at Prince’s costume party at Jackson Family Home on Oct. 27, 2017.
On October 24, 2017, the couple attended a benefit dinner in Beverly Hills, California, supporting mothers2mothers and The Elizabeth Taylor AIDS Foundation, walking hand-in-hand.
Prince shared on Instagram that he was honored to attend the wedding of Siggy Jackson, alongside his sister, Paris Jackson.
The sibling showed off their silly side over the summer on Instragram.
On January 27, 2012, three siblings attended the Michael Jackson: The Immortal World Tour in Los Angeles.
On January 26, 2012, Prince and Paris Jackson left their hand and footprints in cement at Grauman’s Chinese Theater in Los Angeles.
Bigi, Prince and Paris appear together at the hand and footprint ceremony.
The pair attended a press conference for “Goin’ Back To Indiana: Can You Feel It” on August 29, 2012, at the Majestic Star Hotel in Gary, Indiana.
On August 30, 2012, the siblings went to a baseball game between the St. Paul Saints and the Gary SouthShore RailCats at U.S. Steel Yard in Gary, Indiana, their father’s hometown.
On July 7, 2009, the three siblings took the stage at their father’s memorial service, which was held at the Staples Center in Los Angeles.
The kids celebrated with dad in this throwback pic shared by Prince.
Prince shared this family photo on what would have been Michael’s 64th birthday on Instagram.
In a photo shared by his oldest child, Michael Jackson is seen with Prince, Paris, and his youngest son, nicknamed Blanket, in a throwback picture. The photo was posted in 2022 on what would have been Jackson’s 64th birthday.
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